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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
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- Lifer
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
Just wondered if anyone on the forum had used this product before?
I’ve ordered some which I’m going to try on a set of 108’s, and whatever I buy as my ‘day to day’ wheels.
I’ve ordered some which I’m going to try on a set of 108’s, and whatever I buy as my ‘day to day’ wheels.
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
- Stevo1987
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
How much does it cost?
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2012 Audi TTS in Ibis white.
2012 Audi TTS in Ibis white.
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- Lifer
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
It’s about £22 for a tiny amount, but if used properly is sufficient to do two sets of wheels inside and out.
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
Not the wheels but have it on the body work and use the top up spray and it’s brilliant stuff. Wouldn’t expect the wheel product to be any lesser quality.
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
I’ve just put this on my new 276’s before they had tyres fitted.
I think it’s fantastic stuff, a quick wipe with a damp cloth takes everything off it an back to original finish.
I toyed with what size to get and bought the 30ml to be sure - was glad I did as I used more than half the bottle on the one set. I did all external surfaces as per instructions. I paid £37 for the 30 ml
There’s also not enough lint free pads in the box. I’d bought some separately as it made no mention of them being with the liquid
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gtechniq-AP1 ... 2749.l2649
I think it’s fantastic stuff, a quick wipe with a damp cloth takes everything off it an back to original finish.
I toyed with what size to get and bought the 30ml to be sure - was glad I did as I used more than half the bottle on the one set. I did all external surfaces as per instructions. I paid £37 for the 30 ml
There’s also not enough lint free pads in the box. I’d bought some separately as it made no mention of them being with the liquid
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gtechniq-AP1 ... 2749.l2649
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G29 M40i Misano Blue all option packs (Gone 26k of fun)
E89 35iS, Valencia Orange, Design Pure Traction pack (Gone)
E89 23i sDrive, Silver (Gone)
- Stevo1987
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Ouch! I detest doing wheels though.
2014 Z4 e89 35is in mineral grey.
2012 Audi TTS in Ibis white.
2012 Audi TTS in Ibis white.
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I thought that too and took ages to decide whether to buy or not but can honestly say it’s one of the few products I’d completely endorse and recommend ad worth the money
Don’t even need to wash them, a wipe down with wet microfibre cloth after a run and sorted
G29 M40i Thundernight with Ivory interior, all option packs (here for a while, hopefully )
G29 M40i Misano Blue all option packs (Gone 26k of fun)
E89 35iS, Valencia Orange, Design Pure Traction pack (Gone)
E89 23i sDrive, Silver (Gone)
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
I removed all 4 wheels to give them a proper clean and degrease before applying G5 about 2 months ago, turns out there was only enough product to do 3 of them!!! But then thought that would be a good opportunity to do a proper comparison between a treated and untreated alloy. Did it all by the book in the garage to ensure they didn’t get wet in the subsequent 24hrs.
Honest opinion is that there is certainly not the dramatic difference I was expecting. The wheels still seem to get the same amount of brake dust on them which can’t be simply washed off with a hose like some suggest. I certainly wouldn’t buy it again.
Honest opinion is that there is certainly not the dramatic difference I was expecting. The wheels still seem to get the same amount of brake dust on them which can’t be simply washed off with a hose like some suggest. I certainly wouldn’t buy it again.
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I used Carbon Collective Platinum Wheels which is very similar. The difference I've noticed is that over time the bits of tar and dirt that appear in alloys still come off pretty easy.Argyll Andy wrote: ↑Thu Oct 08, 2020 10:22 pmI thought that too and took ages to decide whether to buy or not but can honestly say it’s one of the few products I’d completely endorse and recommend ad worth the money
Don’t even need to wash them, a wipe down with wet microfibre cloth after a run and sorted
Prior to using a product like this my CSL reps had marks I couldn't get off no matter what product I used, especially in the tight corners. 1 year on and my alloys are spotless after a proper clean. Before, there was always some bits that would just not come off...especially in the barrels.
For the sake of £22 well worth the money. Just make sure you take the time to apply correctly.
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I used C5 on my 224s a year ago. It still does it’s job well, dust does not stick to the laquer and most dust just rinses off, regular wash with wheel woolies and mf mitt. As Argyll Andy mentioned, I’d also recommend the larger bottle. I had the wheels off, properly cleaned (clayed, polish, IPA) to strip off old wheel wax and did also the barrels.
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You can buy 100 make-up removal pads from Superdrug or any Chemist for a small cost. Exactly the same product.Argyll Andy wrote: ↑Thu Oct 08, 2020 9:51 pm There’s also not enough lint free pads in the box. I’d bought some separately as it made no mention of them being with the liquid
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gtechniq-AP1 ... 2749.l2649
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
thanks, I wasn’t sure if they were the same - hell of a lot cheaper tooBeeEmm wrote: ↑Fri Oct 09, 2020 7:37 amYou can buy 100 make-up removal pads from Superdrug or any Chemist for a small cost. Exactly the same product.Argyll Andy wrote: ↑Thu Oct 08, 2020 9:51 pm There’s also not enough lint free pads in the box. I’d bought some separately as it made no mention of them being with the liquid
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gtechniq-AP1 ... 2749.l2649
G29 M40i Thundernight with Ivory interior, all option packs (here for a while, hopefully )
G29 M40i Misano Blue all option packs (Gone 26k of fun)
E89 35iS, Valencia Orange, Design Pure Traction pack (Gone)
E89 23i sDrive, Silver (Gone)
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
Thanks for the input gents.
I’ve ordered the 30ml bottle in the end.
I want the option of returning my car to standard, so I’ve acquired a properly immaculate set of 108’s that were refurbished at a cost of over £600 (not by me!!) I’m probably going to keep them in reserve, but want to get them coated so that if I do use them I can keep them looking good.
This is a garaged, weekend car, that will be SORN’d through the worst winter months, so more of a precaution really.
I’ve ordered the 30ml bottle in the end.
I want the option of returning my car to standard, so I’ve acquired a properly immaculate set of 108’s that were refurbished at a cost of over £600 (not by me!!) I’m probably going to keep them in reserve, but want to get them coated so that if I do use them I can keep them looking good.
This is a garaged, weekend car, that will be SORN’d through the worst winter months, so more of a precaution really.
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
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Anyone used Gtechniq C5 Ceramic Wheel protector
I keep a bottle of IPA, as always comes in handy for this sort of thing. I normally use it after machine polishing to make sure all the compound is completely removed.DMike wrote: ↑Fri Oct 09, 2020 4:21 am I used C5 on my 224s a year ago. It still does it’s job well, dust does not stick to the laquer and most dust just rinses off, regular wash with wheel woolies and mf mitt. As Argyll Andy mentioned, I’d also recommend the larger bottle. I had the wheels off, properly cleaned (clayed, polish, IPA) to strip off old wheel wax and did also the barrels.
I’ll use a fallout remover on them, then IPA wipe down before applying. I’ve used various nano paint sealants before, and I think the application method is very similar.
Alpina Roadster S Lux no. 204 (1 of 15 uk cars in Alpina Blue)
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
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I’d second this. Neither mine nor my girlfriends wheels get particularly dirty but I was expecting the dust to rinse off with far greater ease.ph001 wrote: ↑Thu Oct 08, 2020 10:50 pm I removed all 4 wheels to give them a proper clean and degrease before applying G5 about 2 months ago. Did it all by the book in the garage to ensure they didn’t get wet in the subsequent 24hrs.
Honest opinion is that there is certainly not the dramatic difference I was expecting. The wheels still seem to get the same amount of brake dust on them which can’t be simply washed off with a hose like some suggest. I certainly wouldn’t buy it again.
Perhaps the only noticeable difference is because I only had enough to do the front wheels, those two are definitely glossier than the rears.
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